The process of making or growing something for sale or use. : the process of making something naturally. : the process of making a play, movie, television show, record, etc.

It is largely based on the conversion of fibre into yarn, then yarn into fabric. These are then dyed or printed, fabricated into cloth which is then converted into useful goods such as clothing, household items, upholstery and various industrial products. Different types of fibres are used to produce yarn.